SPORTS & FITNESS
All-Star Tennis, Swimand Sports Camp
Ages: 7-14.
Where: Brookhaven Country Club,
3334 Golfing Green Drive.
When: June 9-Aug. 15. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
(The club also offers Brookhaven Academy of Tennis Training programs;
call for details.)
Cost: $290.
Description: Camp covers fundamentals of tennis. Supervised
swimming and pool recreation activities daily, with an awards ceremony
each Friday.
Contact: 972-241-5961.
America's Baseball Camp
Ages: 9-18.
Where: Integrity Park, 9139 U.S. Highway 377, Argyle.
When: July 21-25. Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-
3:30 p.m.
Cost: $475.
Description: Instruction from professional
and elite coaches, scout exposure, play assessment, daily scrimmage
games, drop-ins by pro ballplayers.
Contact: 1-800-222-8152.
Web site: www.baseballcamps.com.
AquaTots Swim School
Ages: 6 months-6 years.
Where: Texins Activity Center, 13900 N. Central Expressway, on
the Texas Instruments campus.
When: Ongoing classes. Call to arrange schedule.
Cost: $75, in addition to $35 registration.
Description: Water-survival training for infants and children
teaches them to roll over in the water, float and swim a short distance.
Children must be accompanied by parent or caregiver.
Contact: 214-890-7946.
Web site: www.infantaquatics.com.
Bayard H. Friedman Indoor Tennis Camp
Ages: 7-18.
Where: Bayard H. Friedman Tennis Center on the TCU campus, 3609
Bellaire Drive North, Fort Worth.
When: June 9-July 17. One-week sessions, Monday-Thursday noon-3
p.m.
Cost: $225.
Description: Instructors certified by the U.S.
Professional Tennis Association focus on game basics, including ground
strokes, serves and volleys.
Contact: 817-257-7960.
Web site: www.gofrogs.com.
Bill Bos All Star Junior Tennis Camp
Ages: 5-15.
Where: Plano Family YMCA, 5101 Tennyson Parkway, Plano.
When: June 9-27. One-week sessions, weekdays 8:30-9:30 a.m. (for
ages 5-6),
9:30 a.m.-noon (for ages 7-15).
Cost: $68-$160.
Description: Tennis fundamentals, drills and play coached by Bill
Bos, former head tennis coach at the U.S. Naval Academy.
Registration deadline: Saturday before each session.
Contact: 972-248-6833 or bostennis@msn.com.
Camp Cowboys
Where: Various locations, including Texas Stadium, Valley Ranch
and Frisco ISD Memorial Stadium.
Ages 7-14: June 9-July 25. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday 9
a.m.-4 p.m. $300.
Entering grades 9-12: July 22-24. Tuesday-Thursday 6-9 p.m. $150.
Description: Noncontact skill instruction in all positions,
games, contests and player evaluation. Special appearances by Dallas
Cowboys and Dallas Desperados players.
Contact: 972-556-9947.
Web site: www.dallascowboys.com.
Canyon Creek Country Club Sports Camps
Ages: 5-14.
Where: 625 Lookout Drive, Richardson.
When: June 9-Aug. 22. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-2 or
5:30 p.m.
Cost: $235-$405.
Description: Campers receive lessons in
golf, swimming and tennis, in addition to
other activities such as movies and a camp carnival. Open to club
members and nonmembers.
Before- or after-care: Both available.
Contact: 972-231-2881.
Web site: www.canyoncreekclub.com.
Capricorn Equestrian Center Summer Riding Camp
Ages: 7-14.
Where: 6101 Ben Road, Sachse.
When: June 9-Aug. 15. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Cost: $200.
Description: Riders of all skill levels receive two hours of
daily instruction. Age-appropriate curriculum may include horse
husbandry, grooming, tack and safety. Horse show for family and friends
each Friday at 3:30 p.m.
Before- or after-care: Both available.
Contact: 972-530-1124.
Web site: www.capricornhorse.com.
Colonial Equestrian Center English Riding Camp
Ages: 6 and older.
Where: 2213 County Road 447, Princeton.
When: June 9-July 4. One-week sessions, weekdays 10 a.m.-4 p.m.;
half-day for beginner's camp.
Cost: $250-$325.
Description: English riding lessons along with instruction in
horse care, stable management, trail rides, swimming, crafts and games.
Before- or after-care: Both available.
Contact: 972-734-2087.
Web site: www.colonialequestrian.com.
Cooper Fitness Center Camps
Ages: 2-16.
Where: Two locations: Cooper Fitness Center, 12100 Preston Road;
Cooper Fitness Center at Craig Ranch, 7910 Collin McKinney Parkway,
McKinney.
When: June 9-Aug. 15. One- or two-week sessions, weekdays;
schedules vary. Check Web site for details.
Cost: $110-$245.
Description: Camps, divided by age group, include youth fitness
camps, Swim Academy and various sports camps.
Contact: Dallas: 972-233-4832; McKinney: 214-383-1045.
Web site: www.cooperyouth.com and www.cooperswimacademy.com.
Dallas Girls Lacrosse Camp
Ages: 8 and older.
Where: The Hockaday School, 11600 Welch Road.
When: June 5-8, Thursday-Sunday (times TBA).
Cost: $375.
Description: College coaches instruct in the fundamentals of the
game.
Contact: 1-888-300-8151.
Web site: www.eastwestsportscamps.com.
Dallas Mavericks Hoop Camp
Ages: 8-18.
Where: Various locations in the area, including Dallas, Plano,
Mesquite and Fort Worth. Check Web site for details.
When: June 9-Aug. 15. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-4
p.m.
Cost: $235.
Description: NBA basketball instruction camp for girls and boys
of all skill levels.
Contact: 214-747-6287.
Web site: www.mavs.com.
Dan Abdalla Soccer Academy's Junior Frog Camp
Ages: 5-12.
Where: Garvey-Rosenthal Stadium on the Texas Christian University
campus, 3700 W. Berry, Fort Worth.
When: June 10-13, July 15-18. One-week sessions, Tuesday-Friday
8:30-11:30 a.m.
Cost: $150.
Description: Young players work on soccer fundamentals under the
direction of TCU women's soccer head coach Dan Abdalla.
Contact: 817-257-6680.
Web site: www.hornedfrogsoccer.com.
Darryl Anderson's Track Camp at TCU
Ages: 8-18.
Where: Texas Christian University Track and Field Complex, Fort
Worth.
When: July 7-10, Monday-Thursday (times TBA).
Cost: $250.
Description: Instruction in all track and field events (except
pole vault).
Registration deadline: May 25.
Contact: 817-257-7318.
Web site: www.gofrogs.com.
D-Bat Baseball Academy
Ages: 5-13.
Where: D-Bat of Dallas, 15605 Wright Brothers Drive, Addison.
When: June 2-July 11. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
Cost: $75-$150.
Description: Campers learn baseball fundamentals, rules and
history of the game.
Registration deadline: June 1.
Contact: 972-387-3228.
Web site: www.dallasbat.com.
Eisenbergs Summer Camp
Ages: 8-18.
Where: Eisenbergs Skatepark, 930 E. 15th, Plano.
When: June 16-July 11. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-3:30
p.m.
Cost: $350-$380.
Description: Campers of all skill levels receive instruction in
skateboarding, in-line skating or BMX biking. Includes end-of-camp
awards party.
Before- or after-care: No formal supervision is provided, but
campers can stay for public skate sessions until 9 p.m. closing.
Contact: 972-918-9593.
Web site: camp.eisenbergs.com.
Exposure's Rockin' Summer Camp
Ages: 7-15.
Where: Exposure Rock Climbing Gym,
2389 Midway Road, Carrollton.
When: June 16-Aug. 15. Sessions of three to five days, weekdays 9
a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $150-$200.
Description: Campers learn rock climbing skills and the use of
safety ropes.
Contact: 972-732-8685.
Web site: www.exposurerockclimbing.com.
Fretz Tennis Center Camp
Ages: 5-18.
Where: 14700 Hillcrest.
When: June 9-Aug. 14. One-week sessions. Monday-Thursday, morning
or afternoon schedules available.
Cost: $35-$160.
Description: Beginners to advanced junior players receive
instruction in basic strokes and match play.
Contact: 214-670-6622.
Web site: www.fretztennis.com.
Frisco Horse Park Camp
Ages: 7-14.
Where: 13100 State Highway 121, Frisco.
When: June 9-Aug. 8. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $300.
Description: Instruction in basics of Western riding, horse
training, equine equipment and ranch and barn skills. Crafts, swimming
and sports activities are included.
Before- or after-care: Both available.
Contact: 972-335-8000.
Web site: www.friscohorsepark.org.
Frogs Total Tennis Camp
Ages: 7-18.
Where: Bayard H. Friedman Tennis Center
on the Texas Christian University campus, 3609 Bellaire Drive North,
Fort Worth.
When: June 9-26. One-week sessions, Monday- Thursday; morning and
afternoon schedules.
Cost: $225 (morning)-$150 (afternoon).
Description: TCU tennis faculty presents camps for beginning,
intermediate and advanced players, focusing on technique and tournament
skills.
Contact: 817-257-6705.
Web site: www.gofrogs.com.
Garland Owl Youth Football Camp
Ages: Entering grades 3-8.
Where: Williams Stadium, 515 Travis St., Garland.
When: June 9-12, Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.- noon.
Cost: $50.
Description: Noncontact camp for young players focuses on
fundamentals and sportsmanship.
Contact: 972-494-8589.
Web site: www.garlandowls.com.
Hank Haney Jr. Golf Camps
Ages: 6-15.
Where: Hank Haney Golf Center,
3636 McKinney Ave. Also locations in Lewisville and McKinney.
When: June 9-Aug. 21. One-week sessions, Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.
until noon or 3 p.m.
Cost: $160-$295.
Description: Golf instruction for all levels of players includes
full swing fundamentals, course rules, etiquette and more.
Contact: 214-520-7275 (Dallas); 972-315-5300 (Lewisville);
972-346-2212,
ext. 214 (McKinney).
Web site: www.hankhaneygolf.com.
Highland Park Boys Basketball Camp
Ages: Grades K-9.
Where: Highland Park High School,
4220 Emerson.
When: June 3-5, 9-12, 16-19, 23-26. One-week sessions,
Monday-Thursday (except June 3-5, which is Tuesday-Thursday). Times TBA.
Cost: $125-$175.
Description: Fundamentals of the game, scrimmages, contests and a
shooting camp (June 23-26).
Contact: 214-780-3755.
Junior Golf Camps
Ages: 5-17.
Where: North Texas Golf Center, 2101 Walnut Hill.
When: June 9-Aug. 20. One-week sessions, weekdays; full-day,
half-day and three-day options are available.
Cost: $150-$295.
Description: Golf instruction for junior players, divided by age
group, includes golf basics, swing position, trouble shots, course rules
and etiquette.
Contact: 972-418-1042.
Web site: www.golfinstituteschools.com.
Merriwood Ranch Riding Camp
Ages: 7-14 (girls only).
Where: Merriwood Ranch, 2541 W. Campbell Road, Garland.
When: June 9-Aug. 1. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $375.
Description: Campers receive instruction in English equitation.
Swimming and tennis lessons are included.
Contact: 972-495-4646.
Web site: www.merriwoodranch.com.
Music, Muscles & More
Ages: 3 and older.
Where: Eagle Gymnastics Academy,
7164 Technology Drive, Frisco.
When: June 9-Aug. 14. One-week sessions, Monday-Thursday 12:30-3
p.m.
Cost: $115-$130.
Description: Gymnastics instruction, in addition to music, crafts
and games.
Contact: 972-712-4644.
Web site: www.eaglegymnastics.com.
Nancy Lieberman Basketball Camp
At Collin County Community College: July 8- 11, Tuesday-Friday
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. 2800 E. Spring Creek Parkway, Plano.
At University of Texas at Dallas: Aug. 5-8, Tuesday-Friday 8:30
a.m.-4 p.m. 800 W. Campbell, Richardson.
Cost: $180.
Description: Women's basketball great Nancy Lieberman instructs
campers in game fundamentals, skills and drills.
Contact: 972-473-2121.
Web site: www.nancylieberman.com.
Oasis Mind-Body Conditioning Center
Ages: 12-19.
Where: Oasis Mind-Body Conditioning Center, 11661 Preston Road,
Suite 184.
When: May 1-Aug. 30. Class days and times vary.
Cost: $80 for unlimited classes during the summer session.
Description: Students can sign up for any number of fitness
classes during the summer sessions, including Pilates, Latin aerobics,
meditation, yoga and tai chi.
Contact: 214-692-6613.
Web site: www.oasisbody.com.
Plano East Sports Camps
Where: Plano East High School, 3000 Los Rios, Plano.
Football Camp: Noncontact camp for students entering grades 2-9.
Teaches football fundamentals for all positions. June 9-12, 16-19.
One-week sessions, Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-noon. $75.
QB/WR School: Noncontact camp for students entering grades 5-9.
Teaches fundamentals of the quarterback and wide receiver positions.
Includes field practice, classroom and video study. June 10-July 15.
Six-week session, Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $75.
Strength/Speed Program: Students entering grades 7-12 train to
improve speed, agility and power. Includes sports-specific conditioning
and weight-training program. June 9-July 17. Six-week session meets
Monday-Thursday; morning and afternoon schedules available. $195.
Contact: 469-752-9200.
Web site: www.planopanthers.org.
Premier All-Star Camps
Basketball: Ages 6-14 receive instruction in fundamental skills,
play games, have contests and meet NBA players. Locations in Addison,
Colleyville, Dallas, Flower Mound, Frisco, Plano and Richardson; check
Web site for details. June 9-July 18. One-week sessions, weekdays 9
a.m.-4 p.m. (half-day camps also available). $100-$190.
Football: Ages 7-14. Noncontact camp emphasizes fundamental
skills. Includes games, contests, awards and appearances by Dallas
Cowboys players. The Hockaday School, 11600 Welch Road. June 16-19,
Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Cost: $160-$190.
Volleyball: Girls ages 10-14 receive instruction in passing,
blocking, hitting, serving and setting. Locations in Dallas, Plano,
Frisco; check Web site for details. June 9-July 31, one-week sessions
Monday-Thursday; full-day and half-day schedules. $100-$190.
Contact: 972-481-9400.
Web site: www.allstarcamps.com.
Prospering Farm Summer Camp
Ages: 7-13.
Where: 101 Equestrian Way, Prosper.
When: June 9-Aug. 1. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Cost: $350.
Description: Horseback-riding camp featuring English equitation,
horse care and equipment lessons. Also includes time for swimming and
arts and crafts.
Before- or after-care: Both available.
Contact: 972-346-3236.
Web site: www.prosperingfarm.com.
Reid's Martial Arts Academy Summer Camp
Ages: 5-15.
Where: 1434 N. Central Expressway,
Suite 109, McKinney.
When: June 16-20, July 21-25, Aug. 11-15. One-week sessions,
weekdays 9 a.m.-7 p.m.
Cost: $110-$175.
Description: Basic and advanced martial arts training, practice
board breaking and choreographed musical forms. Other activities include
arts and crafts, movies, field trip and Korean history.
Registration deadline: Two weeks before start of camp.
Before- or after-care: After-care available.
Contact: 972-548-2467.
Web site: www.reidsmartialarts.com.
Sidekicks Soccer Camps
Ages: 5-12.
Where: Indoor soccer facilities in Addison, Carrollton,
Richardson, Plano. Check Web site for details.
When: June 9-Aug. 22. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m. until
noon or 4 p.m.
Cost: $125-$200.
Description: Indoor soccer skills camp with instruction from
former Dallas Sidekicks players. Includes scrimmage against coaches on
last day of camp, soccer ball and T-shirt.
Contact: 972-306-9200.
Web site: www.sidekickscamps.com.
Skate Like a Star Camp
Ages: 6-12.
Where: Dr Pepper Star Center, 1400 S. Pipeline, Euless.
When: June 16-20, July 14-18, Aug. 11-15. One-week sessions,
Monday-Friday 1:30-
3:45 p.m.
Cost: $80.
Description: Drills in forward and backward skating, swizzles,
one-foot glides and stops, followed by supervised practice.
Registration deadline: Three days before start of session.
Contact: 817-685-1666.
Web site: www.euless.org/pacs.
Smudger's Soccer Camps
Ages: 6-12.
Where: Various parks and recreation centers
in Addison, Carrollton, Dallas, Plano and Richardson. Check Web site for
details.
When: June 3-Aug. 22. One-week sessions, Tuesday-Friday 9
a.m.-noon. Some evening schedules available.
Cost: $105-$130.
Description: Indoor and outdoor soccer camps led by retired
Dallas Sidekick Kevin Smith. Covers skills such as controlling, passing,
heading, dribbling, shooting and defending.
Contact: 972-233-3146.
Web site: www.smudgersoccercamps.com.
SMU Hilltop Sports Camp
Ages: 6-12.
Where: Dedman Center for Lifetime Sports, 600 Airline, Southern
Methodist University campus.
When: June 2-27. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Cost: $175-$250.
Description: Sports and recreation activities include aquatics,
climbing wall, martial arts, intramural games, first-aid instruction,
nutrition lessons and more.
Contact: 214-768-4823.
Web site: www.smu.edu/recsports /hilltop/information.html.
SoccerPlus Camps
Ages: 10-adult.
Where: Texas Christian University, Fort Worth.
When: June 28-July 3. Session days and times TBA.
Cost: $640-$800.
Description: Goalkeeper School and Fieldplayer Academy camps
teach soccer skills to players of all skill levels.
Contact: 800-533-7371.
Web site: www.soccerpluscamps.com.
Sports Camps for Boys and Girls
Ages: 6-18.
Where: University of Texas at Dallas, 800 W. Campbell Road,
Richardson.
When: June 9-Aug. 1. One-week sessions with varied schedules.
Check Web site for details.
Cost: $100-$195.
Description: UTD Athletics department offers camps in baseball,
softball, basketball, tennis, volleyball and soccer.
Contact: 972-883-4490.
Web site: www.utdallas.edu/summercamps.
Sportsplex Camps
Ages: Grades K-12.
Where: SportsPlex at Valley View,
5702 Alpha Road.
When: June 9-Aug. 15. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday (times
TBA).
Cost: $150-$225.
Description: A variety of sports camps are offered at this
training facility, including basketball, football, volleyball and an
all-sports camp.
Before- or after-care: Varies by camp.
Contact: 972-385-5416
Web site: www.sportsplexvv.com.
Stony Glen Stables Equestrian Camp
Ages: 5-14.
Where: 15117 Fishtrap Road, Frisco.
When: June 9-July 18. One-week sessions, weekdays 9 a.m. until 2
or 3 p.m.; Pee-wee camps: Wednesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Cost: $160 (Pee-wee)-$295.
Description: Horseback riding instruction for all skill levels.
Campers also learn about horse care and stable management, swim and
complete art projects.
Contact: 214-724-6015.
Web site: www.stonyglenstables.com.
Super Rock Climbing Camp
Ages: 6-14.
Where: Summit Climbing Gym, 1040 Mustang Drive, Grapevine.
When: June 9-Aug. 22. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-5
p.m.
Cost: $400.
Description: Campers receive rock-climbing instruction in the
morning session and take field trips to area attractions in the
afternoon for activities such as laser tag, water parks, go-karts and
miniature golf.
Contact: 817-421-3888.
Web site: www.summitrockgym.com.
University of Gymnastics
Ages: 18 months-12.
Where: 1400 Summit, Plano.
When: June 9-Aug. 15. Two-week sessions, Monday-Friday 9 a.m.-2
p.m.
Cost: $315.
Description: Daily gymnastics instruction, swimming lessons, arts
and crafts, science experiments, games and carnivals.
Contact: 972-423-5709.
Web site: www.universityofgymnastics.com.
University of Texas at Arlington Summer Baseball Camps
Where: Clay Gould Ballpark, Park Row and Fielder, Arlington.
Cost: $130-$150.
Showcase Camp: Grades 9-12. May 26,
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Campers get detailed evaluation of their skills from UTA
coaches.
All-Skills Camp: Grades K-8. June 9-12, Monday-Thursday 9
a.m.-noon. Beginning to advanced players receive instruction in
fundamental throwing, hitting and fielding skills.
Competition Camp: Grades K-8. June 16-26. One-week
sessions, Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.- noon. Campers are assigned to teams
and receive feedback from coaches.
Contact: 817-272-7625.
Young Olympian Archery
Ages: 6 and older.
Where: Rosemeade Recreation Center,
1330 Rosemeade Parkway, Carrollton.
When: June 16-20, July 14-18, Aug. 11-
Aug. 15. One-week sessions, Monday-Friday, hourlong morning classes
divided by age group.
Cost: $35.
Description: Campers learn basic archery skills.
Contact: 972-466-9800.
Published in The Dallas Morning News: 04.04.08